The Asia-Pacific Conservation Strategy Specialist assists partners with developing new projects; assesses partner/project strengths and weaknesses, project management needs, and project risks. Supports partners to develop approved concept notes into complete applications, representing relevant and impactful projects. Builds relationships with new and existing partners to expand the scope and impact of the Rainforest Trust project portfolio.
The Asia-Pacific Conservation Strategy Specialist will focus on projects and partnerships across Asia-Pacific with a particular focus on Indonesia and the island of New Guinea.
The position will be extensively involved in project evaluations and the preparation of material for presentation to senior leadership and Board of Directors at Rainforest Trust.
Remote candidates are encouraged to apply. The position can be permanently remote or can work some days from our office in Warrenton, Virginia in the US. International candidates will be considered as will the possibility of a consultancy position with an individual or organization.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Identify and prioritize Rainforest Trust engagement strategy, prospect for new projects and project implementers
- Work with project implementers to develop scientifically sound applications that meet the project criteria and address the strategic goals of Rainforest Trust
- Conduct due diligence and vetting of applicant organizations
- Assist in the process for Concept Note review and assisting in modification of Rainforest Trust application materials and processes
- Extensive responsibility regarding the preparation of materials necessary for presentation of applications to the Board of Directors
- Present application-related information and materials to the Board of Directors as necessary
- Some international travel (up to 40% time in normal times) to field sites, organizational offices, and/or meetings to prospect new projects, evaluate organizations and collect assets. Occasional visits to our office in Warrenton, VA may be required.
- Provide support to the Philanthropy Team; e.g. review donor communications for scientific accuracy, and occasionally communicating directly with high-level donors about projects as needed.
- Other duties related to organizational operations as assigned.